Deadline: November 7, 2026
Applications are open for the Women in Ocean Food Innovation Studio 2027. The Women in Ocean Food Innovation Studio is an equity-free business support program for women founders and leadership teams driving change in the blue economy.
The program equips startup founders, entrepreneurs, and community leaders to build solutions and drive change across sustainable and regenerative aquaculture, marine biotech, aquatech, seafood value chains, seafood waste revalorization, and blue carbon. Participants receive mentorship from global industry experts, curated networks, and 12 months of support following the 9-day in-person studio to accelerate commercial growth and impact.
Benefits
- Strategic business support across market intelligence, go-to-market, business and fundraising strategy, and pitch and investor guidance
- Individualized mentorship from global industry leaders and 1-to-1 sessions with the Hatch Blue and Conservation International Ventures teams
- Access to a global aquaculture and blue economy network, and alumni network
- Quarterly follow-ups for 12 months after the Studio, plus support at key industry events
- Access to a network of dedicated venture philanthropists and impact investors, independent of any investment decision
- Follow-on investment is possible with Hatch Blue and Conservation International Ventures where a company is ready and fits the criteria
Eligibility
- Open to female startup founders, entrepreneurs, and community leaders.
- Applicants should be based in Latin America & the Caribbean.
Application
The application deadline is Saturday, 7 November 2026. The program lasts 12 months and begins with a full-time 9-day studio.
For more information, visit Women in Ocean Food Innovation Studio.
